The AFA said in a statement: "In another sad Sunday, the Argentine Football Association expresses its deep sorrow for the death of the player Cristian Gomez, during the match between Boca Unidos and Atletico Parana, equipment in acting.

"This association is available to your family and friends."

He is the second Argentine player to die this month, after Emanuel Ortega of San Martin de Burzaco suffered a fatal head injury on 14 May.

Gomez is loaded into the ambulance on the pitch as the other players watch on with concern

Uncertainty: The players kept warm on the field while they waited for news

(Image: Getty Images)

Sadly, when it came, the news was not good - Gomez passed away on Sunday (Image: Getty Images)